Stories by Syed Irfan Raza

Pakistan, Qatar vow synergy on regional security

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday received assurances from his Qatari counterpart, Sheikh ... Published 08 May, 2026 07:10am

NAB freezes four more Bahria Town properties in Karachi

Sources say action carried out following investigations that established that these assets were purchased through the laundering of criminal proceeds. Updated 08 May, 2026 08:22am

Climate action calls for implementation, not promises

Conference concludes with focus on climate resilience Published 08 May, 2026 07:10am

PM Shehbaz discusses regional situation with Qatari counterpart: PMO

Qatar’s premier expresses deep appreciation for Pakistan's continued efforts to bring peace and stability to the region. Published 07 May, 2026 10:22pm

Behavioural change key to tackling climate crisis, says law minister

Stresses shift to public transport, cut to single-use plastic Published 07 May, 2026 07:06am

Efforts on to make Mideast truce permanent: Dar

• At Paigham-i-Islam moot, PM says Pakistan has emerged as key force for regional peace, stability • Forum dubs Field Marshal Published 07 May, 2026 07:06am

PM slams attacks on UAE, calls for respecting ceasefire

Directs health authorities to fast-track national hepatitis control drive Published 06 May, 2026 06:42am

HDA gets back 80-acre land illegally allotted to Bahria Town

ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Karachi, has recovered 80 acres of valuable government land... Published 05 May, 2026 06:59am

NAB recovers 80 acres of govt land illegally allotted to Bahria Town

The land worth Rs6 billion was located in a prime area of Hyderabad district. Published 04 May, 2026 11:44pm

NAB in action to reclaim illegally occupied plots in Islamabad

The plots were reportedly under occupation attributed to another private housing scheme. Updated 04 May, 2026 09:17am

Driving licence fee now payable online

ISLAMABAD: The National Highways & Motorway Police (NHMP) has introduced a cashless payment system for driving... Published 02 May, 2026 06:11am

President Zardari wraps up China visit with new agreements

He held discussions in Hunan and Hainan provinces, focusing on enhancing cooperation in industrial development, agriculture, and the maritime economy. Updated 02 May, 2026 11:22am

NAB transfers 6,500 kanals of amenity plots from housing societies to Capital Development Authority

Total value of transferred land said to be approximately Rs41 billion as per Deputy Commissioner rates. Updated 01 May, 2026 08:33am

Fuel hits Rs400 per litre as govt passes on global impact

Rs6.59 rise in petrol, Rs19.39 hike in diesel prices implemented with IMF concurrence; PM extends fuel subsidy for motorcyclists, transport sector by a month. Published 01 May, 2026 07:00am

PM Shehbaz launches Rs10m housing loans under Rs3.2tr 'Apna Ghar Programme'

Total of 500,000 housing units will be constructed in five years, premier says. Published 30 Apr, 2026 02:44pm

Weekly fuel bill shoots to $800m

• PM says pre-war expense was $300m, notes energy conservation measures working • Shehbaz says consultations underway Published 30 Apr, 2026 06:59am

Interpol has issued red notices for property tycoon Malik Riaz, his son: NAB chief

A red notice is a request to law enforcement agencies by Interpol to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition. Updated 29 Apr, 2026 06:16pm

President pays tribute to Chairman Mao in his hometown

Arrives in trade hub of Sanya; will attend commissioning of Pakistan Navy submarine. Updated 29 Apr, 2026 07:56am

Govt plans gemstone export hubs

Initiatives underway in collaboration with Sri Lanka and China to train skilled manpower in specialised gemstone processing. Published 28 Apr, 2026 06:54am

In China, Zardari witnesses signing of three MoUs

Agreements aimed at strengthening trade and people-to-people ties Published 28 Apr, 2026 06:54am